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WINNIPEG — They call it “Otto” and it’s leading the way to ensure runways at Winnipeg’s Richardson International Airport remain clear of snow.
The made-in-Manitoba technology is behind North America’s first autonomous snowplow, which the airport has been piloting since the fall. On Thursday, it was ready for its big reveal to see it in action.
A weekend bout of late winter snow could make travel tricky in southeastern Manitoba as a Colorado low makes its way into the province.
Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for parts of the southeast, forecasting 10-20 centimetres of snow beginning Saturday morning and ending late Saturday night.
By Alanna Rizza, The Canadian Press
Winter will continue to grip the country heading into March but Canadians can expect an abrupt transition to spring, according to The Weather Network.
“Spring is knocking at that door and it’s coming in,” said the network’s chief meteorologist Chris Scott.
By The Canadian Press
OTTAWA — Environment Canada is going mobile.
The federal agency launched its first ever weather app for iPhone and Android this week, including a new high-resolution radar option so amateur meteorologists can guess exactly when the next rain storm or blizzard is going to hit their backyard.
WINNIPEG — Whether you’re a pro cyclist or a beginner, winter is the perfect time to chill out on two wheels, right?
A week of cycling adventures kicked off Friday at The Forks with Big Bike Chill. From February 8-17, events are scheduled daily geared towards cyclists and winter enthusiasts alike.
WINNIPEG — The city will begin plowing residential streets Sunday night after two recent accumulations of snow earlier this week.
The residential parking ban will go into effect February 10 at 7 p.m.
The City of Winnipeg has put in place a declared snow route parking ban beginning at midnight Tuesday.
The parking ban applies to main routes, bus routes and collector streets to improve roadway conditions.
By Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press
WINNIPEG — In a city where winter can be almost guaranteed to bring temperatures below -30 C, saving homeless people and other vulnerable persons from severe frostbite or even death is a complex project.
It relies on a lot of goodwill and elbow grease from Winnipeg’s non-profit groups and, despite efforts, street people still often need to shuffle between spots to find somewhere warm to stay at certain times of day.
